A lone worker is any employee who performs their job duties in isolation from other workers, without direct supervision. This can include individuals working in remote locations, outside regular business hours, or in various field-based roles such as maintenance, delivery, and security.

Lone worker safety is vital because these employees are more vulnerable to risks such as accidents, health emergencies, and assaults. Without immediate access to help or supervision, the consequences of incidents can be more severe. Ensuring their safety not only protects employees but also helps organisations comply with legal requirements and maintain productivity.

Health Emergencies
Sudden medical issues such as heart attacks or strokes.

Accidents
Slips, trips, falls, or injuries from operating machinery.

Assaults
Physical attacks, particularly in high-risk areas or during late hours.

Environmental Hazards
Exposure to harmful substances or extreme weather conditions.

Organisations are legally obligated to ensure the safety of their employees, including lone workers. This includes conducting thorough risk assessments, providing necessary training, and implementing appropriate safety measures. Specific legal requirements may vary by region, so it’s essential to stay informed about local regulations and standards.

Risk Assessments
Regularly conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

Training
Provide comprehensive training on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the use of safety equipment.

Communication Tools
Equip lone workers with reliable communication devices to maintain regular contact.

Monitoring Systems
Implement monitoring systems such as GPS tracking and automated check-in processes.

Emergency Response Plans
Develop and regularly update emergency response plans tailored to lone workers’ specific needs.

Personal Safety Devices
Wearable devices with panic buttons and GPS tracking to alert emergency services.

Mobile Apps
Applications that allow for easy check-ins and provide real-time location tracking.

Remote Monitoring Systems
Technologies that enable real-time monitoring of lone workers’ status and location.

Automated Check-In Services
Systems that require workers to check in at regular intervals, with alerts sent if a check-in is missed.

The lone worker safety watch is usually sold on a lease and service basis, meaning there is no upfront cost because we spread the cost of the watch over the term of the agreement, much as you do with your mobile phone contract. How much it is on a monthly basis will be determined by which services such as ARC monitoring or the employer platform you want to include in the package and whether you need indoor location beacons. We also do have some leeway with discounts for multiple units. Almas’ set up, configuration and ongoing support is included in any package.

There are 2 different options. You can pay for the watch and accessories outright and then pay a monthly fee for onboarding and ongoing service and support. Or you can package the cost of the device in with the service cost and spread it over the term of a lease agreement. In short, there doesn’t need to be an upfront cost if you would rather pay monthly.

The safety watch comes with a charger, watch strap and lanyard. If you want additional wall mounted multi-chargers, arm or ankle bands or clips then these would be an additional cost. If you want indoor location then we will survey your site to determine how many Bluetooth beacons are required and price these.

All features and alerts are included within our monthly fee. 

Yes, how long that is will depend on which services you choose and which financing model you decide upon. If you buy the devices outright then it’s a minimum 12 month subscription for ARC monitoring. We also do subscriptions over 3 -5 years. If you choose to lease the safety watch then 3 years is generally the minimum term, but this includes all service, maintenance and support.

Services include several different options, we package these different services according to your specific needs and requirements and you only pay 1 monthly fee to us.

Recurring factors include:

• Roaming Sim card charges
• Employer platform which gives you an overview of all devices, reports and customisable scenarios
• ARC monitoring for 24/7 alarm response
• Almas Technical Support, including additional training, configuration and onboarding, plus ongoing support.

Almas Industries service: we will support you through planning, implementation and onboarding, that includes configuration of all alerts and connection to the ARC monitoring if required. We are serious about lone worker safety and will make sure the set up is right for you and your team. Support with comms templates and ongoing training is included.

Your Employer Platform: this delivers an overview of all your devices, including non-usage reporting, alert response and the ability to create site wide scenarios so alerts get to the right people quickly.

ARC Monitoring: when your team are working away from a fixed site, quick and reliable response is crucial in the event of an accident, unattended medical emergency or assault. An accredited ARC monitoring service gives you confidence that alerts will be responded to swiftly and effectively, Every time. Response time can make the difference between a minor incident and a major one, don’t leave it to chance.

Yes, if you lease your solution then a robust hardware guarantee is included for the duration, it covers any malfunctions or breakdown in the product, bar wilful damage.

We are security and people protection specialists, we’re part of the pan European Almas Industries Group, that has over 30,000 products installed across 8 countries. In Ireland, we have been serving businesses since 2004 delivering full service, innovative security solutions. We strongly believe in building long term relationships with our customers through delivering great products, service and support.